OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODEL 2646 UNIVERSAL WALK-IN BATHTUBS 5701 NW 35 Avenue Miami, FL 33142 Phone 877-360-4454 Fax 866-560-1060 info@universaltubs.com http://www.universaltubs.com Page 1 Universal Walk-In Bathtubs 5701 NW 35 Avenue Miami, FL 33142 PHONE: 877-360-4454 FAX: 866-560-1060 www.universaltubs.com Rev.3.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING UNIVERSAL WALK-IN BATHTUBS ® ........................................ 2 CONTACT INFORMATION............................................................................................ 2 PRODUCT REGISTRATION*........................................................................................ 3 SAVE THIS MANUAL!................................................................................................ 4 UNPACKING THE UNIT....................
THANK YOU & CONTACT INFORMATION THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING UNIVERSAL WALK-IN BATHTUBS ® Our mission is to help you maintain independence over essential bathing needs and improve the quality of life! Universal Walk-In Bathtubs® has designed the most accessible, most comfortable walk-in bathtub on the market today! Until recently, if you have difficulty getting in and out of a bathtub, it was almost impossible for you to take a bath. Universal Walk-In Bathtubs® specializes in accessibility and security.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION PRODUCT REGISTRATION* * To ensure that your warranty is registered with Universal Walk-In Bathtubs™, complete, sign and return this registration card within 30 days of the purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL SAVE THIS MANUAL! GENERAL INFORMATION READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCTS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN AN IMPROPER INSTALLATION AND COULD VOID THE WARRANTY. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER THE INSTALLER MUST INSPECT AND WATER-TEST THE PRODUCT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION TO ENSURE THE UNIT IS FREE OF DEFECT OR DAMAGE. IN THE EVENT OF A PROBLEM, THE UNIT MUST NOT BE INSTALLED.
UNPACKING UNPACKING THE UNIT INSPECTING THE PACKAGING Inspect the carton. If any damages are noted, photograph the damaged area(s) and notify the deliverer/carrier. LIFTING / TRANSPORTING Never lift the walk-in bathtub by the plumbing. Doing so may result in damaging the plumbing and causing a leak. INSPECTING THE UNIT assumed to be installation related if not reported at this point.
SAFETY PRE-INSTALLATION* * All Walk-In Bath Tubs are 100% water tested at the factory certified to be free of leaks.Transportation and mishandling may cause leaks. It is necessary to test the bathtub while there is access to all sides of the bathtub. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS • Place the tub on a completely flat surface in an area where it may be drained after testing. • Close the drain and fill the tub until it is above the highest jet. If it’s a soaker fill up to normal water height level.
e t y M e e t s L u x u r y INSTALLATION PREPARATION 1. Check the floor area where the tub is to be installed. • a. Clean area of any debris or trash. • b. Use a 5 or 6-foot level and determine if the floor is level. If the floor is not level, adjust all 6 leveling feet to perfectly level the tub. • NOTE: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT ALL LEVELING FEET ARE COMPLETELY TOUCHING THE FLOOR AND LEVEL FOR THE DOOR SYSTEM TO WORK PROPERLY. 2.
ELECTRICAL PREPARATION ELECTRICAL PREPARATION All electrical wiring must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and with all local codes. All wiring shall be done by a qualified electrician. Run one, two or three branch circuits (as required) from the main electrical service panel to the pump area of the framing structure to provide power to the unit. Electrical components have specific wiring requirements.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES INSTALLATION PROCEDURES WARNING! WHEN INSTALLING JET MASSAGE BATH, THE FOLLOWING BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED. DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. CONNECT ONLY TO SEPARATE CIRCUIT PROTECTED BY A GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) ON PLUG IN UNITS. NOTE: INSTALLATION MUST PROVIDE ACCESS FOR SERVICING PUMP/MOTOR (ALL TUBS COME WITH AN ACCESS PANEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL GUIDE-THROUGH • Install tub waste/overflow according to instructions (see page 10).
DRAIN CONNECTION To ensure safe transit for your walk-in tub, the overflow drain components are not connected to the unit during the process of production. The following instructions are provided for installation purposes: Your walk-in tub is supplied with a 1 ½” drain pipe overflow. The open and close valve with the turn knob should be attached to the unit at the 1 ½” pre-drilled opening in the wall of the 7 1/2” 1 1/2” Door Drain Pipe supplied unit from the outside.
CONNECTING THE AUTODRAIN HIGH-SPEED AUTODRAIN FOR SOAKING TUB AND/OR AIR SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Drain System requires the connection to a minimum 1 ½ sanitary drain line. • Use UPC Approved PVC Glue, primer, and Schedule 40 1 ½ ’ pipe. • Do not change or modify the location and or piping of the Back Flow Preventer. • The sanitary tee is installed directly above the drain tee with clearance not greater than 1’’.
ASSEMBLY & PLACEMENT Mortar Bathroom (Waterproof ) Sheetrock Wall Tile OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Silicone MOLDED FLANGE TO BOLT UNIT TO WALL 6”x1/2” Screw CUSTOM BUILT WALL SECTION(S) FOR OPEN END(S), OR INSTALL AGAINST CORNER(S) OF FULL WALL Page 12 Universal Walk-In Bathtubs 5701 NW 35 Avenue Miami, FL 33142 PHONE: 877-360-4454 FAX: 866-560-1060 www.universaltubs.
FAUCET INSTALLATION diverter spout hot control handle fixing nut shower head cold control handle fixing nut OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS rubber washer fiber washer fixing nut gasket hot water valve body steel braded 19” hose steel braded 19” hose 72” shower hose cold water local water line Page 13 Universal Walk-In Bathtubs 5701 NW 35 Avenue Miami, FL 33142 PHONE: 877-360-4454 FAX: 866-560-1060 www.universaltubs.
OPERATING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS WARNING! RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY: • Use this unit for its intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. • To avoid injury, exercise caution when entering or exiting your walk-in tub.
The unit must be connected only to a supply circuit that is protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Such a GFCI should be provided by the installer and should be tested on a routine basis. To test the GFCI, push the test button. The GFCI should interrupt power. Push the reset button. Power should be restored. If the GFCI fails to operate in this manner, there may be a ground current flowing, indicating the possibility of an electric shock. Do not use this massage bathtub.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS When entering an Universal walk-in tub, be sure to close the door, placing the handle in the down position. Before activating any of the jetting controls, you must first fill the bath to a water level at least 2 inches above the highest jet placement. Do not put weight on the door when entering and exiting the tub. It is recommended to leave the door in the open position when the tub is not in use.
THE BLOWER TO RESTART ONCE THE PURGE CYCLE ENDS. IN-LINE HEATERS If your bathtub is equipped with an in-line heater, it will operate only when the pump is on. NOTE: THE IN-LINE HEATER IS DESIGNED TO KEEP YOUR WATER WARMER LONGER, BUT IS NOT DESIGNED TO INCREASE THE WATER TEMPERATURE. HEAT SETTINGS ARE NOT ADJUSTABLE. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 17 Universal Walk-In Bathtubs 5701 NW 35 Avenue Miami, FL 33142 PHONE: 877-360-4454 FAX: 866-560-1060 www.universaltubs.
TUB CONTROLS 1 HYDRO CONTROL (PUMP) Used to turn the water jets ON and OFF. 1 2 AIR CONTROL (BLOWER) Used to control the air jets on the system. 1st Press: Blower starts at MAX speed 2nd Press: Blower at MED speed 3rd Press: Blower at MIN speed 4th Press: Blower turns OFF 2 3 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHROMO CONTROL (LIGHT) Used to turn the chromotherapy lights ON and OFF. Pressing the button repeatedly will cycle through different color modes.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Pump and pipe circulation systems should be flushed before first use and on a monthly basis when product is under normal use. Below are the recommended procedures for cleaning: • Do not run whirlpool dry.
WARRANTY WARRANTY This 10-year bath tub warranty is extended to the first user, to be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and conditions, for a period of 10 years from the date of the original purchase. This warranty relates to the bathtub shell, frame and finish. The finish’s warranty does not apply to fading, cracking, delaminating or blistering due to excessive wear, sun fading or scouring due to cleaning. Different warranty periods apply.
WARRANTY retailers, distributors or contractors. Manufacturer does not warranty the installation, plumbing or electrical related connections, of any of our products including Walk-In Baths, shower pans or shower stalls. Improper or negligent installation of the product or other components, alterations or medications to the system, may cause the product or the system to malfunction. Such problems are not covered by warranty.
RETURN POLICY RETURN POLICY Universal Walk-In Bathtubs® is committed to providing premium customer service. In the event that a product must be returned due to reasons other than defects, as mentioned in the warranty, the following procedures apply: Requests for returns and/or exchanges must be made within 30 days of receipt of product. The product must be in its original packaging and received at Universal Walk-In Bathtubs® in saleable condition.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD The completed card should be cut out or copied, completed, and mailed to: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Universal Walk-In Bathtubs™ Product Registration Card Name...................................................................................... Address............................................................................................................................. City................................................ State............................
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Universal Walk-In Bathtubs 5701 NW 35 Avenue Miami, FL 33142 PHONE: 877-360-4454 FAX: 866-560-1060 www.universaltubs.
